None of that union featherbedding around here. The driver is capable of both driving the truck and operating the mechanical arms to dump the bins. Sounds like your city needs to fire everyone from the city manager down and hire a competent set of folks.
My trash is not provided by government, but a private contractor. 2 - 3 people in the truck. No hydraulic arms.
And I choose to do business with this company because the owner is a veteran and living the American dream. I could go with one of those super big companies and become a nothing to them. But my little guy is nice and has great customer service.